I was Billy bleach in the 80s when it came to Fruit machines. I'd tell people to turn the machine off then on, convince them it was about to pay out. Soon as they done their money in and left, I'd be in there. :)
just read his book - very entertaining and interesting. simon day is an underrated comic - although he explains in the book that his low profile is something of a deliberate choice. definitely recommend the book. this character is called "billy bleach" btw.